‘Kaanta Laga’ Star Shefali Jariwala Dies of Cardiac Arrest in Mumbai
Mumbai | June 27, 2025
It is with great sadness that we share the news of Indian actress, dancer, and reality TV star Shefali Jariwala, famously known as the “Kaanta Laga Girl,” who has sadly passed away at the young age of 42 due to a sudden cardiac arrest.
This shocking news has left fans around the globe in disbelief, especially within the Indian-American community, where her journey to stardom still brings back fond memories.
Jariwala was said to have experienced chest pain late Thursday night and was quickly taken to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital in Mumbai, where she was sadly pronounced dead upon arrival.
Cause of Death Confirmed as Cardiac Arrest 💔
Sources close to her family have shared that Shefali had been struggling with chronic health issues, including a history of epilepsy, and had faced some stress-related complications in recent years.
However, the unexpected nature of her cardiac arrest has left her fans and friends in shock.
“She was perfectly fine just a day ago. Her last Instagram post even talked about living life fully,” said a family friend.
Her Rise to Fame: From Music Video Sensation to Bigg Boss Icon
Shefali burst onto the scene in 2002 with the remix music video “Kaanta Laga,” which quickly turned into a cultural sensation throughout India and among Indian youth living abroad.
With her iconic blonde-streaked hair and electrifying dance moves, she became a pop icon of the remix era almost overnight.
She later appeared in hit reality shows like :
Nach Baliye 5
Nach Baliye 7
Bigg Boss 13, where she was widely appreciated for her strength and maturity.
Global Tributes Pour In — USA-Based Indian Community in Mourning
Her sudden death is trending on X (formerly Twitter) with hashtags like:
#RIPShefaliJariwala
#KaantaLagaGirl
#ShefaliForever
Thousands of users in the US, Canada, and the UK, especially from the South Asian community, are sharing tribute videos, memories of her music video, and heartfelt condolences.
Singer Mika Singh wrote:
“Deeply shocked. Shefali was a spark in the Indian pop scene. Can’t believe she’s gone.”
Actor Aly Goni tweeted:
Gone too soon. Life is fragile. RIP Shefali.”
Final Instagram Post: “It’s time to start living life…”
It’s time to start living life… not just existing.”
The post is now flooded with thousands of comments paying tribute to her life and spirit.
🫀 Why Cardiac Arrest & Heart Attacks Are Increasing — Expert View
Chronic Stress & Lifestyle: When you’re dealing with high stress, not getting enough sleep, and leading a sedentary lifestyle, your heart really takes a hit.
Unhealthy Diets: Loading up on excess sugar, salt, and processed foods can spike your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Hidden Health Concerns: Conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity often fly under the radar until it’s too late to take action.
Young Adults in Danger: We’re seeing a troubling rise in health issues among those aged 25 to 45, often linked to smoking, energy drinks, steroids, or pushing too hard at the gym.
Post-COVID Effects: Some studies link COVID infection or long COVID with heart inflammation risks.
Neglecting Early Symptoms: Many people tend to brush off early warning signs such as chest tightness, fatigue, or palpitations.
Experts urge routine heart checkups, stress control, and active lifestyle for prevention.